Mr. Legs 2018 announced at raucous, rowdy event to benefit Bridge House/Grace House

There was Britney Spears, former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu (who somehow transformed into a king cake baby), a 610 Stomper and a few of his crew, Beyonce, Prince, the ultimate New Orleans Saints fan, Salt-N-Pepa, and some whose costuming defied description (this is a compliment) on the runway at Generations Hall on July 14.

These cast of characters could have only been there for Mr. Legs XVIII presented by Oscar J. Tolmas Foundation Trust, a performance art/beauty pageant that judges contestants on their legs with the Mr. Legs title going to the man who raises the most money.

Emcees Laura Buchtel and Lauren "Fleurty Girl" Haydel kept the pace lively and judges -- Jana Blakes, Denise Gerarve, Kristin Pierce and Ryan Veuthey - had their work cut out for them. Winners for 2018 were: Best Performance: Jason Borja; Skinniest Legs: Jeff Director; Five Year Veteran: Kurt Valvis; Hairiest Legs; Tucker Keatley; Best Costume: Travis Henthorn; Sexiest Legs: Michael Zarou; and Rookies of the Year: Max Shelton and Igor Voznesensky. The Mr. Legs title went to Roberto Espinoza, who returned to the competition after a year off. He won the title in 2015, as well. Mr. Legs first runner up was Michael Zarou, second runner up was Ryan Haydel. Other talented contestants were Jeffery Carlson, Max Cannon, Steve Carnes (this was his 14th appearance), Chris Kazik, Dean Liljeberg, Ryan Schilleci, Brock Songy, and Eddie Overby and Craig Dupuy.

Also part of the fun were performances by Les Rebelles and the Pussyfooters. There were raffles and a silent auction, as well. The money raised - more than $115,000 - was a record for the event, which benefits Bridge House/Grace House, an organization dedicated to helping men and women dependent on drugs or alcohol lead sober lives through gender-specific treatment.